Cindy Hickox
Trial Lawyer
Cindy Hickox is an attorney specializing in employment law, breach of contract disputes, legal malpractice, and business and commercial litigation.
Since joining Stalwart Law Group in 2018, Cindy Hickox has cultivated a diverse and dynamic legal practice. Her expertise spans employment matters, breach of contract disputes, legal malpractice, and a wide range of business and commercial litigation. Cindy takes pride in her ability to navigate complex cases across multiple legal domains.
Notable Wins/Settlements & Verdicts:
- $10,000,000 Settlement: Premises Liability case against the City of Burbank
- $6,500,000 settlement in a breach of contract and trademark infringement action
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$2,000,000 settlement in a legal malpractice lawsuit against a 1,600-attorney law firm
- $1,000,000 award (including an award of punitive damages) involving two hotel housekeepers who were sexually harassed by their supervisor. Lopez, et al. v. Brighton Management LLC, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 19STCV14229
- $1,000,000 settlement in a legal malpractice matter against a well-known big law firm
- $800,000 settlement in a legal malpractice lawsuit against big law firm related to failure to disclose conflicts of interest
- $465,000 settlement in an unequal pay case involving a female regional vice president who earned less than her male counterparts for performing the same work
- $350,000 pre-litigation settlement in a whistleblower wrongful termination lawsuit
- $250,000 pre-litigation settlement involving a short-term employee who quit after she was sexually assaulted by the company’s owner
More About Cindy
As an attorney, Cindy has been recognized by her peers as a “Rising Star” for several consecutive years, an elite award reserved for less than 2.5% of practicing attorneys in California. Cindy’s former clients have publicly recognized her professionalism, thoroughness, responsiveness, and ability to explain what is going on with their cases. She is especially proud to represent employees, many of whom have never been involved in the legal process, and help them seek and ultimately secure justice when they have been wronged in the workplace.
Cindy is a Bay Area native where she attended the University of California, Berkeley. She graduated cum laude with degrees in French and Peace & Conflict Studies, and a minor in Music. After taking a year off to work in development and marketing at a local symphony, Cindy moved to Southern California to attend UCLA School of Law. Prior to joining SLG, Cindy externed for the LA District Office of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Hearings Unit, where she worked with numerous Administrative Law Judges on federal employment cases. When she is not working, Cindy enjoys playing the cello. Cindy is the principal cellist at the Los Angeles Lawyers Philharmonic, an orchestra composed of lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals. Cindy also plays with the Topanga Symphony, where she serves as a member of the Board of Directors.
Cindy is admitted to practice before all California State and Federal Courts. She is currently a member of the Association of Business Trial Lawyers, Consumer Attorneys of California, and the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Cindy is also an update author for several chapters of the California Continuing Education of the Bar’s publication, “Advising California Employers and Employees.”
Awards & Honors:
- Southern California Rising Stars: Employment Litigation Plaintiff, 2026
- Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation, 2025
- Southern California Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” Employment Litigation, 2025
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in California, 2024
- Southern California Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” Employment Litigation, 2023


“There were moments that I wanted to give up. I was being accused of things I didn’t do and so much had been taken from me. I just wanted peace. I wanted everything to just go away. Cindy encouraged me to hang on. She gave me hope and reasons to move forward. In the end, I realized I would’ve never had peace if I didn’t see our case to the end. We won and the things that were haunting me went away. I couldn’t have fought without this law group in my corner. We won because they chose to care. We won because they believed in me.”
Diane M.
“Cindy was beyond amazing! She was extremely responsive and always did a great job at keeping me updated with the status of my case. When I think about my feelings towards Stalwart Law Group, I think of feeling safe. It is safe to trust them with the truth. Everything about litigation is so intimidating and the truth doesn’t seem to carry as much weight as all the other intimidating factors but with Stalwart Law Group, I felt they cherished the truth and that made me feel safe to tell my story. Cindy is so disarming, genuine, and trustworthy.”
Jazmin B.
“As a litigator myself, I’m not easily impressed by other counsel. But Stalwart Law Group, and specifically Cindy Hickox, exceeded my expectations in every meaningful way.
What struck me most was Cindy’s strategic sophistication. We all know attorneys who confuse aggression with advocacy, who can’t see past the principle to the practicalities. Not Cindy. When I came in hot about being wronged (and I was), she had the courage and wisdom to redirect my instincts .She helped me see that the settlement path, though emotionally unsatisfying in the moment, would yield far better outcomes than the alternative approaches I initially favored. That’s the kind of judgment you can’t teach in law school. As someone who’s been on both sides of these conversations, I appreciated how she managed the counseling aspect. She didn’t condescend or oversimplify—she spoke to me as a colleague while respecting that this wasn’t my area of expertise. The tactical decisions were explained with appropriate depth, and she welcomed my questions without defensiveness. This excellence extended throughout the firm: every question was answered promptly (usually almost immediately), and interactions with other staff were consistently efficient. Having managed my own cases, I know this level of organization doesn’t happen by accident. Bottom line: Cindy demonstrated why experience matters. She saw angles I missed, anticipated problems I didn’t, and ultimately secured the best possible outcome for me. For anyone seeking plaintiff-side employment counsel, I’ll be recommending Cindy and Stalwart Law Group as an exemplary choice.
Tyler O.
“Cindy has been wonderful to work with. She combines advanced legal knowledge, strong negotiation skills and great customer service. I also truly appreciate her communication style. She kept me informed and made me feel at ease during a difficult case. I’m so glad I chose Stalwart Law Group and had Cindy represent me!”
VAZ
“Working with Cindy Hickox was a really positive experience during a time that could have been very overwhelming. She was always on top of everything and kept me informed throughout the entire process. Her communication was clear, thoughtful, and consistent, which made me feel a lot more at ease.Cindy took the time to explain things in a way that was easy to understand and never made me feel rushed or lost. I truly felt supported every step of the way. I’m so grateful to have had her by my side, and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone needing a caring and capable attorney.”
RZ
“I am extremely pleased with my decision to have Stalwart Law Group represent me in my case. My attorney, Cindy Hickox, proved to be incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive throughout the entire litigation process. Her expertise and support made me feel at ease, even during the daunting moments. From the beginning to the end, I genuinely felt that my attorney was fully on top of every aspect of my case. The level of service provided by Stalwart Law Group was exceptional, and as a client, I can confidently say that I am more than satisfied with the outcome of my case.”
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Contact Information
- 310-954-2000 ext. 134
- cindy@stalwartlaw.com
Education
- UC Berkeley, B.A. (cum laude)
- UCLA School of Law, J.D.
Admissions
- District of Columbia Bar, Member
- New York State Bar, Member
Professional Affiliations
- Association of Business Trial Lawyers
- Consumer Attorneys of California
- Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
- California Applicants’ Attorneys Association
- Update author for publications by the California Continuing Education of the Bar (“Advising California Employers and Employees”)
Selected publications
- August 2, 2023, Daily Journal, Four tips to help get your “Me Too” evidence admitted
Speaking Engagements
- Women in Trial Travel Seminar (WITTS), Punta Mita, Mexico – April 3, 2025 – (Moderator)
- Women in Trial Travel Summit (WITTS), Punta Mita, Mexico – April 6, 2024 (Moderator)
